Explore 50 Histoires de Parfums fragrances — notes, longevity, sillage and community ratings, matched to how you want to smell. The house dates from 2000, founded by Gerald Ghislain.
The range is built around woody and warm spicy accords. These are joined by amber, powdery and sweet tones. Patchouli, musk, vanilla and rose appear throughout the materials. Wearing a fragrance from this house tends to feel enveloping and resonant. The patchouli lends a damp earthiness that grounds the brighter spices. Vanilla and amber add a rounded sweetness that sits close to the skin. Musk creates a soft diffusion that carries the other elements. The rose is present but integrated into the heavier base rather than standing alone as a fresh floral. This combination results in a scent profile that feels warm and textured. The materials layer to create a dense atmosphere. 1740 Marquis de Sade exemplifies this approach. The overall impression is one of depth and warmth.
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